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Program at a Glance

Workplace Skills Training Program

Overview

Next program offerings in September 2018 and January 2019

Adult Special Education Workplace Skills Training is a program for adults with special learning needs. Program staff and faculty prepare students for the responsibilities of independent living and the demands of entry-level employment. Students explore their interests and aptitudes while developing social, interpersonal and practical skills needed in the workplace. A work-experience placement in a community workplace environment gives students the opportunity to develop and practice necessary employment skills.

Earns you an ADULT SPECIAL EDUCATION WORKPLACE SKILLS TRAINING CERTIFICATE

Other Programs under Adult Special Education:

Retail Services Plus ProgramNew Program - Prince Rupert Only - Dates to be announced
The Retail Services Plus Program prepares students for entry-level positions in the Retail and or Business Sector. The accelerated program is an alternative for the Foundation level (Retail Services Program).

ASE RSP is a program for adults with special learning needs. The program prepares students with barriers to employment for entry-level positions in the retail and business sector. Individualized training in both classroom and laboratory settings provide students the essential knowledge and skills to obtain employment in a variety of work environments including retal, wholesale, warehouse, and business worksites. Upon completion of on-campus training, students will have the opportunity to gain work experience through participation in employer work site practicums.

Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in various industry and retail sectors.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the program is open. Students must have learning difficulties that prevent them from taking part in mainstream courses and must complete program requirements. Students should be aware that an intake interview is required before they can enter into the program. Please contact the Program Coordinator to schedule an interview.

Please note: Successful completion of WST 105, 113, 118, 119 and 120 is not required in order to receive the Workplace Skills Training Certificate. For ASE RSP students require a minimum level literacy 101 functioning and ability to count to 100.

Dates and Locations

Program

Location

Start Date

End Date

Retail Services Program

Terrace

September 5, 2017

December 15, 2017

Retail Services Program

Terrace

January 8, 2018

April 27, 2018

Program Fees

Adult Special Education Fees

FEES

Full-Time (36 Weeks)

Tuition:

$2,568.24

*Student Union Fees:

$124.56

Mandatory Fees:

$467.28

Total Tuition:

$3,160.08

Additional Costs:

**Books:

$225.00

**Supplies/Clothing:

$35.00

Total Program Costs:

$3,420.08

Fees are effective as of August 7, 2018

**Please note that these are approximate costs and may vary depending on courses taken.

Books may be available in the library or may be purchased second hand.

You may be able to apply for help to pay your fees. Please come to the college and ask an advisor about financial assistance or funding that may be available.